Houghton Estate Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Gold Reef City showing a statue or sculpture, art and a city

Gold Reef City Casino

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Great food, drinks and vibe.

Sandton City Mall

During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Sandton City Mall
Canal Walk building lit up at night with lights reflection on the canal, Century City, Cape Town, South Africa

Mall of Africa

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mall of Africa
Apartheid Museum showing art and a city

Apartheid Museum

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum
University of South Africa, Unisa Muckleneuk Campus.

UNISA

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

UNISA
I just love coffee and cake.

Eastgate Shopping Centre

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Eastgate Shopping Centre

Things to do

Soweto,Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum tour

Apartheid museum, Joburg and Soweto guided-shared tour

Rp1.616.566
per adult
Apartheid museum, Joburg and Soweto guided-shared tour
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Rp886.504
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Cullinan diamond mine tou

Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)

Rp1.877.302
per adult
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Former President Nelson Mandela statue at union Building

Pretoria Full-Day Cultural Tour

Rp2.294.480
per adult
Pretoria Full-Day Cultural Tour
Street Art & Heritage Buildings

The Evolution of Maboneng Walking Tour

Rp990.798
per adult
The Evolution of Maboneng Walking Tour
Full Day Soweto Township and Apartheid Museum Tour

Full Day Soweto Township and Apartheid Museum Tour

Rp2.387.302
per adult
Full Day Soweto Township and Apartheid Museum Tour
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Top hotels in Houghton Estate

The Residence Boutique Hotel

The Residence Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
17th 4th Avenue Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is Rp4.657.657 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp4.657.657
Rp5.356.305 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Gold Reef ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (300 reviews)
Everything was amazing!

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

The Residence Boutique Hotel
10 2nd Avenue Boutique Hotel by Dream Resorts

10 2nd Avenue Boutique Hotel by Dream Resorts

5 out of 5
10 2nd Avenue Houghton Estate Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is Rp1.569.958 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
Rp1.569.958
Rp1.805.452 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Gold Reef ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Great hotel and great service
Just excellent stay. Very friendly staff. Worth to come again.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

10 2nd Avenue Boutique Hotel by Dream Resorts
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is Rp2.615.289 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp2.615.289
Rp3.007.582 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,850 reviews)
Friendly. Close to airport. Convient shopping

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park GP
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.905.979 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp1.905.979
Rp2.191.876 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,647 reviews)
Great breakfast. Hotel a bit noisy. Great food and in room service.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

4 out of 5
20 Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is Rp1.413.085 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
Rp1.413.085
Rp1.641.299 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (900 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is Rp1.690.307 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp1.690.307
Rp1.943.856 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The staff was courteous and very proactive about making the room to my satisfaction. The decor is beautiful. The restaurant is good. It is also affordable

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Houghton Estate

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Melrose

Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.

Melrose
Panoramic view of Johannesburg, South Africa

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while you're in town.

Rosebank
Downtown Johannesburg showing heritage architecture and outdoor art

Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg
Trendy Maboneng in Johannesburg.. Love the street art all over the city. #MeetSouthAfrica #TheTinyTaster

Johannesburg CBD

While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.

Johannesburg CBD
Sandton Sunset

Sandton

Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

Sandton
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.

Randburg

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